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Halloween
could be one
of the most
dangerous nights
of the year
for young children. Reviewing important safety-tips with your youngsters will help protect them and make their trick-or-treat experience
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KIDS:
• Walk on sidewalks, not in the street.
• Look both ways before crossing streets.
• Cross streets only at corners.
• Don't cross streets between parked cars.
• Plan your route, tell your parents. Have an adult go with you.
• Carry a flashlight to light your way.
• Visit homes that have the porch light on.
• Accept your treats at the door & NEVER go into a strangers house.
• Be very cautious of animals & strangers.
• Keep away from open fires & burning candles.
• Do not eat candy if the package is already opened.
• Have a grown-up inspect your treats before eating them.
• Respect your neighbor's property, don't cut across lawns or yards.
Also, lawns & yards have hazards.
• Always stay in familiar neighborhoods.
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Remember: Dial 911
in the event of any Police, Fire or Medical emergency. |
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PARENTS:
• Ideally, young children of any age should be accompanied by an adult.
• Most injuries to children on Halloween are the result of falls, burns and
motor vehicle accidents.
• Face paint is safer than loose fitting masks, which can block vision. Masks if used, should fit securely and have wide-enough eye holes.
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• Have a session with youngsters about traffic safety: stop at corners, look both ways, cross only at intersections, never dart out between parked cars.
• Costumes should be short enough to avoid tripping.
• For fire safety, avoid flimsy, baggy or billowing garments.
• Light-colored costumes are more visible at night. Strips of reflective tape will help.
• Secure hats so they don't slip over children's eyes.
• Knives, swords and other props should be soft and flexible, in case of a fall.
• Make sure someone in the group carries a flashlight, to see and be seen.
• Yards & lawns have hidden hazards at night (hoses, tools, lawn ornaments, clotheslines).
• Although tampering is rare, tell children to bring treats home for inspection, before eating.
• Make your child eat dinner before setting-out.
• Children should carry quarters so they can call home.
• Set a reasonable time for children to return home. |
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